3 Simple Ways To Minimize Memory Loss

Does it seem your memory is getting worse with every passing birthday? There is a mild degree of memory loss that happens to some extent to all of us as we age, but a growing body of medical evidence suggests that lifelong stimulation is the key to building and maintaining brain cells, slowing memory loss and possibly lowering the risk of Alzheimer’s disease.

Research has found that in addition to regular, vigorous exercise, the following may help:

1. Doing interesting work (paid or volunteer)
2. Pursuing hobbies
3. Engaging in an active social life.

I recommend challenging yourself with music performance (playing or learning an instrument or singing), language lessons, learning a new computer program, or hunkering down with a good crossword puzzle. Be certain to try all of these with a smile – studies show that a positive emotional state is also good for your brain.

Remember that anything that makes you think in different ways is challenging for the brain and likely beneficial for your memory. This is also the perfect way to add passion and vitality to your life, enhancing meaning and promoting a positive outlook. Find some card or board games to play with friends and family, as being a vital part of community is essential as well.

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4 Beverages To Add To Your Healthy Drink List

Today we cover four healthy beverages – experiment to find the best ways to incorporate them into your daily routine:

1. Green tea. Dr. Weil’s beverage of choice, green tea is a potent source of catechins – healthy antioxidants that can inhibit cancer cell activity and help boost immunity. Always aim for an organic and fair-trade version. Replace your morning coffee with a cup of tea for a healthier wake-up, and drink unsweetened iced green tea throughout the day.
2. Cranberry juice. Cranberries are a rich source of vitamin C and contain a substance that hinders the attachment of bacteria to bladder walls, which can help prevent urinary tract infections. Instead of cranberry juice cocktail, opt for unsweetened cranberry juice concentrate and dilute with water or sparkling water. Diluted 100 percent blueberry juice or pomegranate juice can be healthy choices as well, as long as you keep your total juice intake low.
3. Red wine. The antioxidant activity of red wine has been linked to heart health benefits, reduced stress, and even preserving memory. If you enjoy an occasional drink, limit your intake to one to two glasses a day. If you don’t drink, don’t start – there are other ways to get antioxidants in your diet, most importantly from fresh organic whole fruits and vegetables.
4. Pure, filtered water. Staying well hydrated is essential to optimal health and overall functioning. Sip water throughout the day, and in the warmer months, be sure to drink water before and after exercising to avoid dehydration. Make sure to have some type of filter on your tap water, even store-bought charcoal-based pitchers can make a difference and allows you to minimize the drinking of purchased water from plastic bottles. If trying to kick a soda habit, try sparkling mineral water with a squeeze of citrus.

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Top 12 Anti-Inflammatory Foods To Add To Your Shopping List

If you want to help lower inflammation, your diet can play a significant role. By following the suggestions in Dr. Weil’s Anti-Inflammatory Food Pyramid, you can be well on your way to help minimize unhealthy, chronic inflammation, which can lead to Alzheimer’s disease, heart disease and promote some cancers.

Learn more about what foods can help to minimize inflammation, and watch our new video, Top 12 Anti-Inflammatory Foods To Add To Your Shopping List.

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Top 7 feel-good winter season tips – The Argonaut - Argonaut

Top 7 feel-good winter season tips – The Argonaut  Argonaut

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Warm lemon water vs. methi jeera water: What's better for weight loss? - Times of India

Warm lemon water vs. methi jeera water: What's better for weight loss?  Times of India

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#352: Body Image in Your 30s, PUFAs in Skin Care, & Coffee with L-Theanine

Here are the notes for episode #352 of Well-Fed Women. Be sure to check back every Tuesday for a new episode, and head over to Apple Podcasts or Stitcher to subscribe!

To leave a review for the podcast (HORRAY!), go to: https://coconutsandkettlebells.com/review

In this episode, Noelle and Stephanie discuss body image in your 30s, PUFAs in skincare, & coffee with L-Theanine

Got a question you’d like us to answer? Email us at wellfedwomen@gmail.com.

10% of the funds we receive from our sponsors is donated directly to our partner charity, Thistle Farms, a place where women survivors of abuse, addiction, trafficking and prostitution receive help and support through residential programs, therapy, education, and employment opportunities. Because we get paid per download, you are actively supporting Thistle Farms by downloading our podcast each week.

Topics!

[16:42] Body Image in Your 30s

[40:47] PUFAs in Skin Care

[1:00:27] Coffee with L-Theanine

Links!

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Stefani’s website: http://healthtoempower.com

Buy our book Coconuts and Kettlebells

Blublox.com/wellfed

Magbreakthrough.com/wellfed

Natural Oils for Skin-Barrier Repair, Ancient Compounds Now Backed by Modern Science

Anti-Inflammatory and Skin Barrier Repair Effects of Topical Application of Some Plant Oils

Vital Nutrients L-Theanine

BLUblox

The podcast is sponsored by BLUblox. I have become so passionate about light optimization recently, and filtering out computer light and blue light entirely after the sun sets. I wasn’t doing anything about this until about a year ago, and I was experiencing eye strain, migraines, and an unexplained wired and tired feeling, especially at night. Now I wear BLUblox computer filter glasses anytime I’m looking at screens, and BLUblox sleep lenses at night, and I haven’t experienced symptoms since.

BLUblox was created because they saw the need for a product that was exactly in line with the peer-reviewed academic literature. There are a lot of cheaply made lenses out there that don’t actually block all the blue and green light. Don’t waste your time on that, go to blublox.com/wellfed, and use the code WELLFED for 15% off.

BiOptimzers

Did you know that over 80% of the population is deficient in Magnesium and it is the #1 mineral you need for stress, fatigue and sleep issues?

Magnesium increases GABA, which encourages relaxation on a cellular level and is critical for sleep. And because stress depletes magnesium, this also means magnesium is needed to support your body’s stress response. 

Magnesium is THE single most studied mineral in existence. It powers over 600 critical reactions in our bodies.

Most magnesium supplements fail because they are synthetic and are NOT FULL SPECTRUM. 

When you get all 7 critical forms of magnesium, you are supporting every function in your body that requires magnesium, and you can reverse magnesium deficiency and continue to support your body during times of stress and especially during pregnancy with one supplement.

That’s why I’m so excited about Magnesium Breakthrough. I recommend Magnesium Breakthrough because it combines all 7 essential forms of magnesium into one convenient supplement. 

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3 Steps To Cleaner Air At Home

Even if you live far from city life and are surrounded by trees and plants that help filter out environmental contaminants, it’s nearly impossible to escape indoor air pollution. You can help prevent exposure to air pollution in your home with these simple steps:

1. Buy an air purifier, one with a HEPA (high-efficiency particulate air) filter.
2. Add living plants to your home.
3. Get rid of contributors to indoor pollution such as aerosol sprays, paints, incense and chemical products like artificial scents.

In addition, I recommend you help neutralize the effects of inhaling pollutants by keeping your body in its best condition. Start with a focus on eating lots of fresh, organic fruits and vegetables and taking a high-quality antioxidant supplement.

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Glaucoma, a leading cause of irreversible blindness - India TV

Glaucoma, a leading cause of irreversible blindness  India TV

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How Axial Spondyloarthritis Is Treated - Verywell Health

How Axial Spondyloarthritis Is Treated  Verywell Health

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#351: How Diet Culture is Hurting Your Gut and Hormone Function with Sarah Kay Hoffman

Here are the notes for episode #351 of Well-Fed Women. Be sure to check back every Tuesday for a new episode, and head over to Apple Podcasts or Stitcher to subscribe!

To leave a review for the podcast (HORRAY!), go to: https://coconutsandkettlebells.com/review

In this episode, Noelle and Sarah Kay Hoffman discuss how diet culture is hurting your gut and hormone function.

Got a question you’d like us to answer? Email us at wellfedwomen@gmail.com.

10% of the funds we receive from our sponsors is donated directly to our partner charity, Thistle Farms, a place where women survivors of abuse, addiction, trafficking and prostitution receive help and support through residential programs, therapy, education, and employment opportunities. Because we get paid per download, you are actively supporting Thistle Farms by downloading our podcast each week.

Topics!

[05:25] How Diet Culture is Hurting Your Gut and Hormone Function with Sarah Kay Hoffman

Links!

Noelle’s website: https://coconutsandkettlebells.com

Stefani’s website: http://healthtoempower.com

Buy our book Coconuts and Kettlebells

Well-Fed Women Holistic Health Facebook Group

LMNT

#325: Fixing Chronic Digestive Problems, IBS, And SIBO For Good With Sarah Kay Hoffman

A Gutsy Girl Podcast

A Gutsy Girl on Apple Podcast

LMNT

This podcast is sponsored by LMNT! LMNT makes grab and go electrolyte replacement supplementation. You just take an LMNT recharge packet, mix it up with water, and sip! There’s absolutely no sugar, gluten, fillers, artificial ingredients, and it’s paleo friendly.

LMNT’s co-founder is actually Robb Wolf, who we interviewed on episode #311, so you know the ingredients are solid and it’s been well researched and developed.

To grab a FREE sample pack of LMNT, go to drinkLMNT.com/wellfed, all you’ll have to do is pay for shipping. It’s so worth it, and you’ll get to test it out extensively! That’s drinkLMNT.com/wellfed. Click “get yours” and then grab yourself some packets to have on hand!

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Got Leftovers? Try These Meal Suggestions!

Did you end up with extra holiday food? Don’t anything go to waste – try these five healthful and delicious recipes that will make use of abundant leftovers!

Stuffed Potatoes
A staff favorite, we like to add any and all leftover veggies to this versatile recipe!

Barley and Vegetable Soup
Add your leftover, cooked veggies near the end of the cooking process.

Autumn Ingredient Salad
Have leftover roasted vegetables or crudités? Use them in this seasonal salad.

Broccoli Pancakes
Cooked, leftover broccoli will reduce the prep a few steps in these family-pleasing savory pancakes!

Pickled Vegetables
Pre-cut raw veggies can be used to pickle vegetables. Once the pickling is done, this becomes a great holiday gift idea!

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Sustainability Made Simple: Top 10 tips for sustainable living - Hollywood Star News

Sustainability Made Simple: Top 10 tips for sustainable living  Hollywood Star News

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Cold sores: Four natural remedies to soothe painful lips and soften skin - Daily Express

Cold sores: Four natural remedies to soothe painful lips and soften skin  Daily Express

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Proven Offer 50% - Veghealth Mastery Program

Proven Offer 50% - Veghealth Mastery Program

health • November 22, 2021, 12:00 am

How i reversed my diabetes and dropped 30 pounds of fat

How i reversed my diabetes and dropped 30 pounds of fat

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4 Ideas For Radiant Skin At Any Age

 

Acne is a common problem among teenagers as well as adults. Heredity, stress, hormones and general inflammation all influence the generation of inflamed hair follicles, which result in breakouts. While cleansing the face with mild glycerin soap and applying topical treatments such as tea tree oil or benzoyl peroxide can address blemishes, making dietary changes is almost always helpful.

1. Increase your consumption of antioxidant-rich foods, particularly a wide variety of colors of vegetables.
2. Include omega-3 fatty acids from foods like wild Alaskan salmon or freshly ground flaxseeds to help reduce and prevent inflammation. If regular consumption is not happening, consider a fish oil supplement for additional omega-3s.
3. Drink lots of water to keep the skin hydrated and healthy.
4. Limit processed and refined foods – the American Academy of Dermatology says that diet alone shouldn’t be relied upon to address acne, but that a low glycemic index diet and avoiding milk products may help.

And don’t be afraid to eat a piece of dark chocolate now and then – there is no link between chocolate and acne, and dark chocolate actually has antioxidant benefits!

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Text Sales Letter To Stop Smoking, Enhance Your Health And Save Money

Text Sales Letter To Stop Smoking, Enhance Your Health And Save Money

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5 DIY Hair Moisturizer Recipes for Silky, Soft Locks - Treehugger

5 DIY Hair Moisturizer Recipes for Silky, Soft Locks  Treehugger

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Tasty Holiday Dish: Roasted Glazed Butternut Squash

Butternut squash is the quintessential cold-weather vegetable, the perfect complement to everyday cold-season family meals or lavish holiday celebrations. It can be pureed, mashed and baked into pies or breads, but I prefer this Italian-influenced version, which preserves the unique, yielding texture of the flesh. The nutty sweetness of the butternut finds the perfect counterpoint in tangy balsamic, rich olive oil and sharp, aged cheeses. Don’t forget to save the edible seeds. Enjoy a healthy snack by roasting them on a cookie sheet at 170° F for about 20 minutes.

Food As Medicine
Winter squashes, including the butternut, are rich sources of vitamin A; a cup of baked flesh provides 214 percent of the Daily Value of this vital nutrient. Also, though rich in carbohydrates, many of the butternut’s carbs come from pectins that are a source of fiber that appears to have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and insulin-regulating properties in addition to serving as fuel for your digestion-supporting probiotic bacteria .

Try Roasted Glazed Butternut Squash!

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Norway's soaring mountain staircases - BBC News

Norway's soaring mountain staircases  BBC News

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#350: Weights Before Cardio, Tension Headaches, Liquid vs Powdered Collagen, & Anovulatory Cycles

Here are the notes for episode #350 of Well-Fed Women. Be sure to check back every Tuesday for a new episode, and head over to Apple Podcasts or Stitcher to subscribe!

To leave a review for the podcast (HORRAY!), go to: https://coconutsandkettlebells.com/review

In this episode, Noelle and Stephanie discuss weights before cardio, tension headaches, liquid vs powdered collagen, & anovulatory cycles.

Got a question you’d like us to answer? Email us at wellfedwomen@gmail.com.

10% of the funds we receive from our sponsors is donated directly to our partner charity, Thistle Farms, a place where women survivors of abuse, addiction, trafficking and prostitution receive help and support through residential programs, therapy, education, and employment opportunities. Because we get paid per download, you are actively supporting Thistle Farms by downloading our podcast each week.

Topics!

[14:12] Weights before Cardio

[22:39] Tension Headaches

[35:03] Liquid vs Powdered Collagen

[42:31] Anovulatory Cycles

Links!

Noelle’s website: https://coconutsandkettlebells.com

Stefani’s website: http://healthtoempower.com

Buy our book Coconuts and Kettlebells

Joovv.com/wellfed

Coconutsandkettlebells.com/beauty

Coconutsandkettlebells.com/cookies

Strength Training Article

Collagen Article

Joovv

If you’ve been looking for a way to reduce stress and fatigue, improve cellular function and immunity, and nourish your endocrine system, including your adrenal thyroid, look no further than red light therapy. 

Red light therapy is one of the most effective health modalities you can use with a device in your home. It’s helped improve my sleep, reduce fatigue and headaches, and it’s incredible for reducing inflammation and stress.

Joovv is the leading brand when it comes to effective and safe red light therapy. What I love about Joovv is that it delivers clinical benefits within minutes, and by using scientifically proven wavelengths (660 nm, 850 nm, or a combination of both). 

If you’re looking for a red light therapy device for your home go to joovv.com/wellfed. 

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'Mom, I'm sick' – Crusader News - The Crusader

'Mom, I'm sick' – Crusader News  The Crusader

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Anxiety and Nausea: Here's the Connection - Greatist

Anxiety and Nausea: Here's the Connection  Greatist

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Walking's 'sister activity' may burn more calories - CNN

Walking's 'sister activity' may burn more calories  CNN

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Pros Say Blow-Drying Your Hair Causes Less Damage Than Air Drying—But Only if You Do It Like This - Well+Good

Pros Say Blow-Drying Your Hair Causes Less Damage Than Air Drying—But Only if You Do It Like This  Well+Good

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Being Thankful Is Good For Mental Health

When you thank your friends and family this holiday season, the reasons to do so may extend beyond good wishes, and actually benefit you and your health. Study after study has shown that social connections – through family, friends or with companion animals – seem to pay off in terms of good health, longevity and even prolonged survival among patients with very serious diseases. Some evidence linking good health from strong ties to family and friends includes:

1. The immune system’s natural killer cell activity is negatively affected by three “distress indicators” – one of which is lack of social support.
2. One study of 75 medical students found that those who were lonely had more sluggish natural killer cells, the ones that help destroy cells infected with viruses and cancer cells, than students who were social.
3. Research has shown that people who care for companion animals have less illness than people who do not. Companion animals’ owners also recover from serious illness faster.
4. Susceptibility to heart attacks appears to correlate with how often people use the words “I,” “me” and “mine” in casual speech.
5. Believe it or not, studies show that people who get out and spend more time with others during cold and flu season actually get fewer episodes of colds or flu than those who choose to be alone.
6. Being grateful – and expressing that gratitude – for what you have is associated with both physical and emotional health.

Obviously, this year will be different as the global pandemic continues to present challenges. Social connection must be a top priority. Be certain to work with your loved ones to create an environment that allows for some social distancing and outside gathering time if the weather allows.

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Chilly? Warm Up With These Healthy Homemade Soups

A one-pot wonder, soup is pleasing and filling. To get the most out of your soups this fall and winter, consider these three suggestions.

1. Add beans and legumes. They are an excellent source of vegetarian protein, high in folic acid, a great source of fiber and a low-glycemic-index food. Try our Lentil Soup recipe.
2. Add whole grains. Brown and wild rice are large, intact grains metabolized by the body more slowly than grains ground into flour. These “true whole grains” prevent blood sugar “spikes” that are followed by “lows”, which may induce cravings and fatigue. The result instead is a steady, productive energy with less sugar cravings that propels you through the day. Our Brown Rice Soup with Asparagus is a good source of whole grains.
3. Add vegetables. Making soup is a perfect way to serve up plenty of servings of vegetables, as they add depth, texture and taste. Try the Roasted Vegetable Soup recipe.

Another major advantage to soup is that it is often better the next few days after the ingredients and flavors have had time to meld together. Making soup on Sunday often provides several lunches or another dinner during the week for those short of prep time. If you are forgoing homemade soup for canned soup, keep in mind that while canned soups can be good sources of protein, fiber, vitamins and beneficial nutrients such as lycopene, they are notoriously high in sodium. When choosing canned soups, look for low-sodium versions or simply add your own spices and seasonings to no-salt varieties.

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Are Scented Candles Harmful To Health?

Burning candles is a convenient, inexpensive way to add ambiance, calm and serenity to a home or office throughout the year. Their warm, soothing touch creates an inviting and comforting atmosphere. For everyday indoor use, you should opt for unscented candles. Some researchers note that unscented candles create less soot than scented varieties – over time this soot can accumulate in lungs and cause respiratory problems. Scented candles may also contribute to indoor pollution and chemical sensitivities. I suggest candles made of unscented beeswax. If an aroma to the room is desired, consider investing in a diffuser and using organic essential oils as a healthy alternative. All of these mentioned ideas are available online or at natural foods stores.

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